TW201429744A - Photo kiosk device with an adjustable housing - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention discloses a photo kiosk device. The photo kiosk device may include a housing with an extendable arm to provide a photo taking environment, a digital lens provided at one side of the housing to capture a photo image, a user interface provided at one side of the housing to display the captured photo image; and a photo slot provided at one side of the housing to output a finished photo product of the captured photo image, wherein the extendable arm, when extended, is provided with a back light source at a surface thereof to enhance a brightness of the photo taking environment.

Description

Image printing machine unit with adjustable housing

The present invention relates to an image printing machine apparatus; in particular, the present invention relates to an image printing machine apparatus which can provide a unique image capturing environment and which can reduce or not increase the volume of the apparatus, and has an adjustable outer casing. This provides the best quality photos.

Conventional fixed image printing machine units typically occupy a large area in a shopping mall. These large areas are very valuable to the equipment supplier, but the amount of money spent by consumers on the use of photo-taking and printing services provided by such conventional machine devices does not allow the merchants to obtain equal profits.

However, the use of non-fixed or movable image printing machines can reduce the space used by the machine. However, such machines generally have vertical curtains. If the vertical curtains are not set correctly or the material of the curtains is not good, it may affect the machine. The ambient light when shooting, which affects the image quality of the photo; or the front or back of the camera position may affect the brightness, color, light, etc. of the image, which may affect the image quality of the photo. In use, conventional fixed or non-fixed machine design may cause the machine to be correct in the shooting environment due to user's improper operation, incorrect sitting posture, or incorrect shooting distance. Light, or provide the correct brightness for imaging, Color, etc.; alternatively, conventional fixed or non-stationary machine designs must provide a correct light with a fixture or provide the correct distance to achieve the correct brightness and/or correct color of the image.

In order to improve the shortcomings of conventional image printing machine equipment, the present technology requires an image printing machine apparatus that provides an optimal image capturing environment without increasing or reducing the footprint of the machine unit. Furthermore, what is needed in the art is an image printing machine apparatus that provides a simple operation command and allows a user to obtain a photograph of the best quality in a short time.

In view of the above-mentioned conventional deficiencies, it is an object of the present invention to provide an image printing machine apparatus that enhances an image capturing environment without increasing or reducing the footprint of the device, thereby providing a photograph of the best quality.

According to an embodiment of the invention, the image printing machine device can include a housing having a retractable arm to provide an image capturing environment, a digital lens, on one side of the housing to capture a photo image, A user interface can be located on the same side or different sides of its outer casing to display the captured photo image, and a photo port, which can be located on one side of the outer casing to output a captured photo image. Wherein, when the telescopic arm is in an extended state, the retractable arm provides a backlight on one surface thereof to enhance brightness of one of the image capturing environments.

In accordance with another embodiment of the present invention, the image printing station apparatus can include an adjustable housing. The adjustable outer casing of the present invention can have two states, a first state and a second state. In the first state, the adjustable outer casing may have a top layer protruding from one side of the outer casing to provide an image capturing environment, and in the second state, the protruding top layer is received in the adjustable state. Inside the whole casing. The image printing machine apparatus of the present invention may further comprise a digital lens, which may be located on the same side or different sides of the adjustable housing to capture a photo image, and a user interface, which may be located in an adjustable manner The same side or different sides of the case to display the captured photo image.

Certain embodiments of the invention have other objects. Those skilled in the art will be able to understand these objectives through the following detailed description.

100‧‧‧Image printing machine

102‧‧‧Shell

104‧‧‧Retractable arm

106‧‧‧Image shooting environment

108‧‧‧ digital lens

110‧‧‧User interface

112‧‧‧ photo port

114‧‧‧Backlight

116‧‧‧Main light source

118‧‧‧Light blocking element

120‧‧‧Side curtain

122‧‧‧After curtain

124‧‧‧ Payment port

126‧‧‧Location Mark

128‧‧‧Light guiding elements

130‧‧‧ Remote controller

140‧‧‧Specific third parties

200‧‧‧Image printing machine

202‧‧‧Adjustable housing

204‧‧‧Top floor

206‧‧‧Image shooting environment

208‧‧‧ digital lens

210‧‧‧User interface

212‧‧‧ Backlight

214‧‧‧Main light source

216‧‧‧Light blocking element

218‧‧‧ 垂

220‧‧‧ photo port

222‧‧ ‧ payment port

228‧‧‧Light guiding elements

230‧‧‧ Remote controller

240‧‧‧Specific third parties

Figure 1a is a schematic side view of a video printing machine device in a first embodiment of the present invention; Figure 1a is a schematic front view of a video printing machine device in a first embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2a A schematic side view of one of the image printing machine units in the first state in the second embodiment of the present invention; and FIG. 2b is a video printing in the second state in the second embodiment of the present invention. One of the machine units indicates a front view.

The image printing machine apparatus of the present invention can be implemented by the following embodiments. However, it is apparent to those skilled in the art that the following examples are for illustrative purposes only and do not limit the scope of the invention. These embodiments may be modified or altered without departing from the scope of the invention. In the present specification, examples of the embodiments are illustrated with the accompanying drawings, in which like reference numerals represent like elements.

The present invention provides an image printing machine apparatus having an adjustable housing. With In one aspect, the present invention provides an image printing machine apparatus having an adjustable housing that enhances the image capturing environment without increasing or reducing the area of the apparatus, thereby providing a photograph of the best quality. According to the present invention, the image printing machine unit can include a housing having a retractable arm, and when the retractable arm is in an extended state, a backlight can provide light to the image capturing environment established by the retractable arm. In turn, the brightness of the image capturing environment is increased, thereby improving the quality of the photos taken by the image printing machine of the present invention.

In an embodiment of the present invention, the image printing machine device of the present invention can be set In a mall, pharmacy, street, or any public or private space. The image printing machine device of the present invention can wash photos of different sizes, such as a wallet, a passport, an identity card, or any customized size, shortly after taking a photo. The user can operate the image printing machine unit to select the desired size and quantity, take a photo, adjust the photo image, pay, and obtain the final photo finished product.

1a and 1b, which illustrate an image printing in an embodiment of the present invention, respectively. Schematic side view and front view of the machine unit. As shown in FIGS. 1a and 1b, in one embodiment of the invention, the image printer station apparatus 100 can include a housing 102. In an embodiment of the invention, the housing 102 can include a retractable arm 104. The retractable arm 104 of the present invention can extend from one side (e.g., the top edge) of the outer casing 102, as shown in Figure 1a, thereby creating an image capture environment 106, i.e., a space below the unfoldable hand back 104. Alternatively, the retractable arm 104 of the present invention can extend from one of the left or right sides of the housing 102 to create an image capture environment 106, i.e., the space enclosed by the unfolded retractable hand 104. Moreover, without extending, the retractable arm 104 of the present invention can be housed in the outer casing 102 to reduce the space occupied.

As shown in FIG. 1a, in an example, the image capture environment 106 can be further The side curtain 120 and the rear curtain 122, which are suspended from the retractable arm 104, define a space surrounded by the side curtain 120 and the rear curtain 122. Thereby, when the user wants to take a photo in the image capturing environment 106, the side curtain 120 and the rear curtain 122 can block light from the outside.

In an embodiment of the invention, a slide rail (not shown) can be mounted to the retractable hand On the arm 104, the side curtain 120 and/or the rear curtain 122 are slidable along the retractable arm 104. In another embodiment of the invention, a plurality of hooks can be mounted to the telescoping arm 104 to mount the side curtain 120 and/or the rear curtain 122 to the retractable arm 104. However, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited to such implementations, and that any of the side curtains 120 and/or the rear curtains 122 can be temporarily or permanently mounted to the telescoping arm 104 in an automated or manual manner. The methods are all within the scope of the invention.

In an embodiment of the invention, when the telescopic arm 104 is not in an extended state The side curtain 120 and/or the rear curtain 122 can be housed in the outer casing 102. Thereby, when the telescopic arm 104 is extended to the extended state, the side curtain 120 and/or the rear curtain 122 are already disposed on the telescopic arm 104. In another embodiment of the invention, the side curtains 120 and/or the rear curtains 122 can be manually installed after extending the telescoping arms 104.

In an embodiment of the invention, the side curtains 120 and/or the rear curtains 122 may each have two Layer curtain. In one example, an inner layer is fabricated from a material that complements the interior light of the image capture environment 106, and an outer layer is fabricated from a material that blocks external light from entering the image capture environment 106. In another embodiment of the invention, the side curtains 120 and/or the rear curtains 122 can each have a curtain. In one example, the side curtains 120 and/or the rear curtains 122 face one side of the image capture environment 106, and are fabricated from a material that complements the interior light of the image capture environment 106, while the side curtains 120 and/or the rear curtains 122 One side of the non-facing image capturing environment 106 is used to block external light from entering the shadow It is made of materials like the shooting environment 106. In a preferred embodiment, a material having 10% black and 90% white provides optimum fill light. However, any color ratio is suitable for use in the present invention to provide different imaging effects.

In an embodiment of the invention, the side curtain 120 and/or the rear curtain 122 may also have a hair The light material provides appropriate fill light in appropriate locations within the shooting environment 106 to provide optimal ambient light in the shooting environment 106.

In an embodiment of the present invention, as shown in FIG. 1b, one side of the outer casing 102 can be provided. There is a primary light source 116 to provide sufficient brightness to the image capture environment 106. The housing that is the same or different from the main light source 116 can also be provided with a digital lens 108 that allows the digital lens 108 to obtain sufficient light when capturing an image. In an embodiment of the present invention, the digital lens 108 can provide an automatic adjustment function according to the brightness of the image capturing environment 106, such as white balance, auto exposure or auto focus, to further enhance the photo quality.

As shown in FIG. 1a, in an embodiment of the present invention, the retractable arm 104 can be A surface 114 is provided on a surface thereof to further enhance the brightness of the image capture environment 106. The backlight 114 of the present invention can be implemented in an embedded or exposed manner whereby light from the backlight 114 can complement the light from the primary source 116, thereby providing optimal performance within the image capture environment 106 based on user selected photo requirements. Light. In another embodiment of the present invention, the backlight 114 may also be disposed at the rear curtain 122 for supplemental light at different locations within the shooting environment 106. In an embodiment of the invention, the telescopic arm 104 can be further provided with a light blocking member 118. The light blocking element 118 of the present invention can be disposed between the backlight 114 and the main light source 116 to prevent the digital lens 108 from receiving excessive light.

In an embodiment of the invention, the light blocking member 118 can be disposed adjacent to the backlight 114 and extend vertically from the extendable arm 104. The length is preferably between 80 mm and 140 mm. Between the centimeters to block some of the light from the backlight 114. In one embodiment of the present invention, a position indicator 126 can be disposed on the same side of the telescopic arm 104 as the light blocking member 118 to indicate an optimal position for taking a picture within the image capture environment 106. Preferably, the position indicator 126 is disposed between the main light source 116 and the light blocking member 118. Thereby, the light blocking element 118 can block a portion of the backlight light toward the station (or sit) in front of the user's head under the position indicator 126, thereby providing optimal ambient light in the image capture environment 106.

In another embodiment of the present invention, the telescopic arm 104 can also be provided with a light guide. Element 128, thereby directing excess light to other areas of the shooting environment 106 where light is needed, thereby replacing the arrangement of light blocking element 118 or for use with light blocking element 118 to provide optimal ambient light within shooting environment 106.

As shown in FIG. 1b, in an embodiment of the present invention, the user interface 110 can be disposed on the same side of the housing 102 as the digital lens 108 for the user to manipulate the device 100. In an example, the user interface 110 of the present invention can be implemented by a touch panel to facilitate user operations. However, the user interface 110 of the present invention is not limited to this implementation.

The user interface 110 of the present invention can display a photo image captured by the digital lens 108. In an example, the user can operate the image printing machine device 100 through the user interface 110 to determine whether to purchase the captured photo image. In another example, the user may select an option provided by the user interface 110 to further process the captured photo imagery, including but not limited to adding text or images or the like to the captured image. In another example, the user interface 110 can display a pattern indication or play a voice indication to direct the user to take a picture of the best quality. In another example, the user interface 110 can provide a face recognition function to help the user determine whether the captured image meets the user's selected specifications. For example, if the user chooses to shoot Passport photo, face recognition function can help the user to determine whether the captured image meets the specifications of the passport photo. In another example, the face recognition function provided by the user interface 110 can also detect whether the distance between the user's location and the lens is the optimal distance to confirm whether the captured image meets the user's selected specifications. Demand. In an embodiment, the user is in an optimal position, and the autofocus function of the digital lens 108 can be used to know the user after focusing by, for example, the formula 1/f=1/u+1/v. The calculated object distance is achieved, where f is the lens coke, u is the object distance, and v is the imaging distance. In yet another example, the user interface 110 can determine whether ambient light within the image capture environment 106 is optimal based on user preferences. If not, the user interface 110 can instruct the user to adjust, for example, the side curtains 120 and/or the rear curtains 122 to improve the brightness of the image capture environment 106.

In an embodiment of the present invention, the image printing machine device 100 further includes a Photo port 112, as shown in Figures 1a and 1b. The photo port of the present invention can be disposed on the same side of the housing 102 as the digital lens 108 and the user interface 110 to output a photo finished product. Alternatively, the photo port 112 can be disposed on a different side of the housing 102 from the digital lens 108 and/or the user interface 110 to output a photo finished product.

In an embodiment of the present invention, the image printing machine device 100 further includes a Payment port 124, as shown in Figures 1a and 1b. The payment port 124 of the present invention can be used to accept payment types for a plurality of photo finished products. In one example, payment gateway 124 may accept payment by cash, credit card, or Near Field Communication (NFC). Taking the NFC payment method as an example, the user can use an NFC-enabled handheld device (for example, a mobile phone equipped with an NFC User Identity Module (SIM) card) and the inside of the image printing machine device 100. Paired with an NFC sensor (not shown), which can be done quickly by Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Quickly pair and transfer photos or data files, and then complete the payment through the NFC SIM card. In another example, payment gateway 124 may accept other payment types known to those skilled in the art. The payment port 124 of the present invention can be disposed on the same side of the housing 102 as the digital lens 108 and the user interface 110 to accept payment. Alternatively, the payment port 124 can be disposed on the outer casing 102 in a different face than the digital lens 108 and/or the user interface 110 to accept payment.

In another embodiment of the present invention, the user may also choose to perform a payment action at the counter of the partner merchant. In this example, the image printer station device 100 can also include a communication component (not shown) that is responsible for communicating with the merchant's cash register system. After the user pays the fee at the counter, the merchant's cash register device can transmit a message to the communication component or a specific third party 140 identified by the image printing machine device 100, so that the user can return to the image printing machine device 100. The printing is performed directly, or the user can complete the printing of the finished photo and/or upload the finished product to the cloud storage by, for example, inputting a confirmation code or other authentication mechanism. In an example, if the code input by the user is incorrect or does not pass other authentication mechanisms, the merchant's cash register device can also transmit a message to the communication component at any time or within a preset time to cancel the image printing machine device. The photo completion file temporarily stored in 100.

In still another embodiment of the present invention, the image printing machine device 100 further includes a remote payment control mechanism (not shown) for confirming that the user has paid for the place outside the machine and allowing the user to The machine side finishes printing the photo finished product. The remote payment control mechanism of the present invention may include a remote controller 130, which may be disposed at, for example, a store counter or may be integrated with a cashier device system of the store. After the user pays the fee at the counter, the remote controller 130 may A message is sent to the image printing machine device 100 to allow the user to directly perform printing, or to allow the user to complete the printing of the finished product by, for example, entering a confirmation code or other authentication mechanism. in In an example, if the code input by the user is incorrect or does not pass other authentication mechanisms, the remote payment control mechanism may transmit a message to the image printer through the remote controller 130 at any time or within a preset time. The station device 100 cancels the photo finished product file temporarily stored in the image printing machine unit 100.

In still another embodiment of the present invention, the image printing machine device 100 can also be combined with a The specific third party 140 cooperates to display the face recognition function provided by the image printing machine device 100, so that after confirming that the captured image is correct, the user can press the print button to print and receive at the specific third party. . For example, the image printer platform device 100 can cooperate with a government agency (such as the Central Health Insurance Agency) to provide the production of identity documents (such as health insurance cards). When the public confirms that the image on the screen is correct or the biometric comparison is correct at the end of the image printing machine device 100, press the following key to enable the operator of the government agency (such as the Health Insurance Bureau) to obtain the printed product of the image. , including but not limited to photos, cards or video output products. In another embodiment of the invention, the image printer station device 100 can be used with a card printer device (not shown). The user can perform biometric identification confirmation through the face recognition function provided by the image printing machine device 100 or enter a personal account number and password on the user interface 110 for any identity verification, and use the card device to set the personal data. The card is printed after writing to a storage element such as a wafer or a magnetic stripe card to obtain the finished product immediately on site.

In still another embodiment of the present invention, the image printing machine device 100 further includes An external data access mechanism (not shown) for accessing data stored outside the machine, such as image files stored on a contact physical medium or network. For example, contact physical media may include, but is not limited to, various types of memory cards, such as Compact Flash/CF memory cards, Secure Digital/SD memory cards, and mini secure digital devices (mini Secure). Digital/miniSD) Memory Card, Micro Secure Digital/MicroSD Memory Card, Memory Stick/MS Memory Card, Extreme Digital-Picture/XD Memory Card, Universal Serial Bus (Universal Serial Bus/USB) flash drives and/or optical discs, such as Compact Disk/CD, Digital Versatile Disk/DVD, etc., and the network may include, but is not limited to, cloud photo albums. .

2a and 2b, wherein FIG. 2a illustrates a second embodiment of the present invention A schematic side view of one of the image printing machines in one state, and FIG. 2b is a schematic front view of one of the image printing machine units in the second state in another embodiment of the present invention. As shown in Figures 2a and 2b, in one embodiment of the invention, the image printer station apparatus 200 can include an adjustable housing 202. In an embodiment of the invention, the adjustable outer casing 202 can include a protruding top layer 204. In a first state of the image printing machine assembly 200, the protruding top layer 204 of the present invention can protrude from either of the top layers of the adjustable housing 202 to create an image capture environment 206, ie, below the top layer 204. The space is shown in Figure 2a. In accordance with the present invention, the image capture environment 206 created in the first state of the image printer station 200 provides an optimal lighting environment for capturing the best photos. On the other hand, when the image printing machine unit 200 is in the second state, the protruding top layer 204 of the present invention can be housed in the adjustable outer casing 202, thereby reducing the space occupied. In accordance with the present invention, in the second state, the user can still operate the image printing machine apparatus 200, such as editing the captured photo image.

As shown in FIG. 2a, in an example, the image capture environment 206 can be further defined by a drape 218 disposed along the raised top layer 204. Thereby, when the user takes a photo in the image capturing environment 206, the drape 218 can block light from the outside.

In an embodiment of the invention, a slide rail (not shown) can be placed along the top layer The edge of the 204 is mounted such that the drape 218 is slid along the protruding top layer 204. In another embodiment of the invention, a plurality of hooks can be mounted to the protruding top layer 204 to secure the drape 218 to the protruding top layer 204. However, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited to such an implementation, and any method of temporarily or permanently attaching the drape 218 to the protruding top layer 204 in an automated or manual manner is within the scope of the present invention.

In an embodiment of the invention, when the protruding top layer 204 is received in an adjustable manner The drape 218 can also be received in the adjustable outer casing 202 when the outer casing 202 is inside. Thereby, when the protruding top layer 204 protrudes to the first state, the drape 218 has been set on the protruding top layer 204. In another embodiment of the invention, the drape 218 can be manually mounted after the protruding top layer 204 is projected.

In an embodiment of the invention, the drape 218 may each have a two-layer curtain. In a In one example, an inner layer is fabricated from a material that complements the internal light of the image capture environment 206, and an outer layer is fabricated from a material that blocks external light from entering the image capture environment 206. In another embodiment of the invention, the drape 218 may each have a layer of curtain. In one example, the drape 218 faces one side of the image capture environment 206 and is fabricated from a material that complements the interior light of the image capture environment 206, while the drape is not facing the side of the image capture environment 206, Light enters the material of the image capture environment 206. In a preferred embodiment, a material having 10% black and 90% white provides optimum fill light. However, any color ratio is suitable for use in the present invention to provide different imaging effects.

In an embodiment of the invention, the drape 218 can also have a luminescent material to Appropriate fill light is applied to the appropriate location within the shooting environment 206 to provide optimal ambient light within the shooting environment 206.

As shown in FIG. 2b, in an embodiment of the present invention, the adjustable outer casing 202 A primary light source can be provided on one side to provide sufficient brightness to the image capture ring 206. The adjustable housing 202, which is the same or different from the main source 214, can also be equipped with a digital lens 208 to capture sufficient light in the image capture ring 206. In an embodiment of the present invention, the digital lens 208 can provide an automatic adjustment function according to the brightness of the image capturing environment 206, such as white balance, auto exposure or auto focus, to further improve the photo quality.

In an embodiment of the invention, as shown in Figure 2a, the protruding top layer 204 is A surface 212 is provided with a backlight 212 to further enhance the brightness of the image capture environment 206. The backlight 212 of the present invention can be implemented in an embedded or exposed manner whereby light from the backlight 212 can complement the light from the primary source 214, thereby providing optimal performance within the image capture environment 206 based on user selected photo requirements. Light.

In another embodiment of the present invention, the backlight 114 may also be disposed somewhere on the drape 218 for supplemental light at different locations within the photographing environment 206.

In an embodiment of the invention, the protruding top layer 204 is further provided with a light blocking element 216. The light blocking element 216 of the present invention can be disposed between the backlight 212 and the main light source 214 to prevent the digital lens 208 from receiving excessive light.

In an embodiment of the present invention, the light blocking member 216 can be disposed adjacent to the backlight 212 and extend vertically from the protruding top layer 204 by a length, preferably between 80 mm and 140 mm, to block the portion from Light from backlight 212. In one embodiment of the present invention, a position indicator 224 can be disposed on the same side of the protruding top layer 204 as the light blocking member 216 to indicate an optimal position for taking a picture within the image capture environment 206. Preferably, the position indicator 224 is disposed between the main light source 214 and the light blocking member 216. Thereby, the light blocking element 216 can block part of the backlight light toward the front of the user's head under the position indicator 224 (or sit), thereby providing an image capturing environment. The best ambient light in 206.

In another embodiment of the present invention, the top layer 204 may also be provided with a light guiding component. 228, thereby directing excess light to other areas of the shooting environment 206 where light is needed, thereby replacing the arrangement of the light blocking element 216 or for use with the light blocking element 216 to provide optimal ambient light in the shooting environment 206.

As shown in FIG. 2b, in an embodiment of the present invention, the user interface 210 can be configured. The same side of the adjustable housing 202 as the digital lens 208 is placed for the user to manipulate the device 200. In an example, the user interface 210 of the present invention can be implemented by a touch panel to facilitate user operations. However, the user interface 210 of the present invention is not limited to this implementation.

The user interface 210 of the present invention can display photos captured by the digital lens 208 Imaging. In one example, the user can operate the image printing machine device 200 through the user interface to determine whether to purchase the captured photo image. In another example, the user may select an option provided by the user interface 210 to further process the captured photo imagery, including but not limited to adding text or images, etc., to the captured image. In another example, the user interface 210 can display a pattern indication or play a voice indication to direct the user to take a picture of the best quality. In another example, the user interface 210 can provide a face recognition function to help the user determine whether the captured image meets the user's selected specifications. For example, if the user chooses to take a passport photo, the face recognition function can help the user determine whether the captured image meets the specifications of the passport photo. In another example, the face recognition function provided by the user interface 210 can also detect whether the distance between the user's location and the lens is the optimal distance to confirm whether the captured image meets the user's selected specifications. Demand. In an embodiment, the determination of whether the user is in an optimal position is transmitted through the autofocus function of the digital lens 208 through, for example, a formula. 1/f=1/u+1/v is obtained by knowing the object distance calculated by the user after focusing, where f is the focal length of the lens, u is the object distance, and v is the imaging distance. In another example, the user interface 210 can determine whether ambient light within the image capture environment 206 is optimal based on user preferences. If not, the user interface 210 can instruct the user to adjust, for example, the drape 218 to improve the brightness of the image capture environment 206.

In an embodiment of the invention, the image printing machine device 200 further includes a photo port 220, as shown in Figures 2a and 2b. The photo port 220 of the present invention can be disposed on the same side of the adjustable housing 202 as the digital lens 208 and the user interface 210 to output a photo finished product. Alternatively, the photo port 220 can be disposed on a different side of the adjustable housing 202 from the digital lens 208 and/or the user interface 210 to output a photo finished product.

In an embodiment of the invention, the image printing machine device 200 further includes a payment port 222, as shown in Figures 2a and 2b. The payment port 222 of the present invention can be used to accept payment types for a plurality of photo finished products. In an example, payment gateway 222 can accept payment by cash, credit card, or Near Field Communication (NFC). Taking the NFC payment method as an example, the user can use an NFC-enabled handheld device (for example, a mobile phone equipped with an NFC Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card) and the inside of the image printing machine device 200. An NFC sensor (not shown) is paired, that is, Bluetooth or Wi-Fi can be used to quickly pair and transmit photos or data files, and then complete payment through the NFC SIM card. In another example, payment gateway 222 can accept other payment types known to those skilled in the art. The payment port 222 of the present invention can be disposed on the same side of the adjustable housing 202 as the digital lens 208 and the user interface 210 to accept payment. Alternatively, the payment port 222 can be disposed on the adjustable housing 202 on a different side than the digital lens 208 and/or the user interface 210 to accept payment.

In another embodiment of the present invention, the user may also select a partner merchant. The counter performs the payment action. In this example, the image printer station 200 can also include a communication component (not shown) that is responsible for communicating with the merchant's cash register system. After the user pays the fee at the counter, the merchant's cash register device can transmit a message to the communication component or a specific third party 240 identified by the image printing machine device 200, so that the user can return to the image printing machine device 200. The printing is performed directly, or the user can complete the printing of the finished photo and/or upload the finished product to the cloud storage by, for example, inputting a confirmation code or other authentication mechanism. In an example, if the code input by the user is incorrect or does not pass other authentication mechanisms, the merchant's cash register device can also transmit a message to the communication component at any time or within a preset time to cancel the image printing machine device. A photo completion file temporarily stored in 200.

In another embodiment of the present invention, the image printing machine device 200 further includes A remote payment control mechanism (not shown) is responsible for confirming that the user has paid for the photo finished product on the machine side after paying for the place outside the machine. The remote payment control mechanism of the present invention may include a remote controller 230, which may be disposed at, for example, a store counter or may be integrated with a cashier device system of the store. After the user pays the fee at the counter, the remote controller 230 may A message is sent to the image printing machine device 200 to allow the user to directly perform printing, or to allow the user to complete the printing of the finished product by, for example, entering a confirmation code or other authentication mechanism. In an example, if the code input by the user is incorrect or does not pass other authentication mechanisms, the remote payment control mechanism may transmit a message to the image column through the remote controller 230 at any time or within a predetermined time. The printer unit 200 cancels the photo finished product file temporarily stored in the image printing machine unit 200.

In still another embodiment of the present invention, the image printing machine device 200 can also be combined with a The specific third party 240 cooperates to provide the face recognition function provided by the image printing machine device 200. After the user confirms that the captured image is correct, press the print button to print the receipt on the specific third party. For example, the image printer station apparatus 200 can cooperate with a government agency (such as the Central Health Insurance Agency) to provide the production of identity documents (such as health insurance cards). When the public confirms that the image on the screen is correct or the biometric comparison is correct at the end of the image printing machine device 200, press the following key to enable the operator of the government agency (such as the Health Insurance Bureau) to obtain the printed product of the image. , including but not limited to photos, cards or video output products. In another embodiment of the invention, the image printer station device 200 can be used with a card printer device (not shown). The user can perform biometric identification confirmation through the face recognition function provided by the image printing machine device 200 or enter a personal account number and password on the user interface 210 to perform any identity verification, and use the card device to personalize the device. The data is written into a storage element such as a wafer or a magnetic stripe card before printing the card to obtain the finished product immediately on site.

In still another embodiment of the present invention, the image printing machine device 200 further includes An external data access mechanism (not shown) for accessing data stored outside the machine, such as image files stored on a contact physical medium or network. For example, contact physical media may include, but is not limited to, various types of memory cards, such as Compact Flash/CF memory cards, Secure Digital/SD memory cards, and mini secure digital (mini Secure Digital) /miniSD) Memory card, Micro Secure Digital/MicroSD memory card, Memory Stick/MS memory card, Extreme Digital-Picture/XD memory card, Universal Serial Bus ( Universal Serial Bus/USB) flash drives and/or optical discs, such as Compact Disk/CD, Digital Versatile Disk/DVD, etc., and the network may include, but is not limited to, cloud photo albums.

The present invention has been described in detail through the above specific embodiments, but the above The invention is only intended to illustrate the preferred embodiments of the invention, and is not intended to limit the scope of the invention. That is, the equivalent changes and modifications made by the scope of the present application should remain within the scope of the present invention.

100‧‧‧Image printing machine

102‧‧‧Shell

104‧‧‧Retractable arm

106‧‧‧Image shooting environment

112‧‧‧ photo port

114‧‧‧Backlight

118‧‧‧Light blocking element

120‧‧‧Side curtain

122‧‧‧After curtain

124‧‧‧ Payment port

128‧‧‧Light guiding elements

130‧‧‧ Remote controller

140‧‧‧Specific third parties

Claims (28)

An image printing machine device comprising: a housing having a retractable arm to provide an image capturing environment; a digital lens located on one side of the housing to capture a photo image; a user interface, Lying on one side of the housing to display the captured photo image; and a photo port on one side of the housing to output a captured photo of the captured photo, wherein the retractable arm is in position In an extended state, the retractable arm is provided with a backlight on one surface thereof to enhance the brightness of one of the image capturing environments. The device of claim 1, further comprising a main light source disposed on one side of the outer casing to provide light in the image capturing environment. The device of claim 1, wherein the retractable arm has a light blocking element between the backlight and the digital lens to provide an optimal image capturing environment. The device of claim 1, wherein the retractable arm is provided with a side curtain to block external light from entering the image capturing environment. The device of claim 1, wherein the retractable arm is provided with a rear curtain to block external light from entering the image capturing environment. The device of claim 4, wherein the side curtain has two layers, an inner layer is made of a material that complements the internal light of the image capturing environment, and an outer layer is blocked by external light. The material of the image capturing environment is manufactured. The device of claim 5, wherein the rear curtain has two layers, an inner layer is made of a material that complements the internal light of the image capturing environment, and an outer layer is used to block external light from entering. The material of the image capturing environment is manufactured. The device of claim 1, wherein the user interface comprises a touch panel for a user to manipulate the device. The device of claim 1, further comprising a payment port for accepting a plurality of payment types of the finished photo product. The device of claim 3, wherein the light blocking member extends vertically from the telescopic arm by a length between 80 mm and 140 mm to block a portion from the backlight. Light. The device of claim 1, wherein the retractable arm is provided with a position mark on the surface to indicate an optimal position for imaging the photo. An image printing machine apparatus comprising: an adjustable housing having a first state and a second state, wherein in the first state, a top layer is from the adjustable housing One surface is protruded to provide an image capturing environment, and wherein in the second state, the protruding top layer is received in the adjustable outer casing; a digital lens is located on one side of the adjustable outer casing to capture a Photo imaging; and a user interface on one side of the adjustable housing to display the captured photo image. The device of claim 12, wherein the protruding top layer is provided with a backlight to enhance brightness of the image capturing environment. The device of claim 12, further comprising a main light source disposed on one side of the adjustable outer casing to provide light in the image capturing environment. The device of claim 13, wherein the protruding top layer is provided with a light blocking element between the backlight and the digital lens to provide an optimal image capturing environment. The device of claim 13, wherein the protruding top layer is provided with a drape to block external light from entering the image capturing environment. The device of claim 16, wherein the drape has two layers, an inner layer is made of a material that complements the internal light of the image capturing environment, and an outer layer is blocked by external light. Made from materials in the image capture environment. The device of claim 12, further comprising a photo port for outputting the captured photo to image one of the finished photographs. The device of claim 18, further comprising a payment port for accepting a plurality of payment types of the finished photo product. The device of claim 12, wherein the protruding top layer is provided with a position mark to indicate an optimal position for imaging the photo. The device of claim 1, further comprising a remote controller that transmits a signal from the remote end to control the output of the photo finished product. The device of claim 18, further comprising a remote controller that transmits a signal from the remote end to control the output of the photo finished product. The device of claim 12, wherein the autofocus function provided by the digital lens can be combined with a face recognition function to calculate whether the user is in a correct position by a formula, the formula is 1/f =1/u+1/v, where f is a lens focal length, u is an object distance, and v is one Imaging distance. The device of claim 18, further comprising a specific third party for outputting the photo finished product from the specific third party. The device of claim 1, wherein the autofocus function provided by the digital lens can be combined with a face recognition function to calculate whether the user is in a correct position by a formula, the formula is 1/f =1/u+1/v, where f is a lens focal length, u is an object distance, and v is an imaging distance. The device of claim 1, further comprising a specific third party for outputting the photo finished product from the specific third party. The device of claim 1, further comprising a light guiding element for directing light to a location in the image capturing environment where light is required. The device of claim 12, further comprising a light guiding element for directing light to a location in the image capturing environment where light is required.